Design Engineer

Title: Design Engineer

Location: Near Evanston, IL

Salary: $80,000 - $92,000

Type of Role: Long-term contract, with potential to convert to direct hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (while on contract)

Industry: Power Equipment

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a well-established global manufacturer with over 100 years of history to hire a Design Engineer for their Product Engineering group. This is a long-term contract opportunity that has the potential to convert into a direct full-time role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create precise and detailed 3D models in Solid Edge using reference drawings provided by the engineering team.
• Work alongside engineers and designers to resolve incomplete or ambiguous design details in legacy documentation.
• Produce updated technical drawings in Solid Edge, ensuring full compliance with company and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings both virtually and in-person as needed.
• Maintain consistent attendance and communicate effectively with team members across departments.
• Support other duties as needed in alignment with the goals of the product engineering team.
• Assist in the design and development of new parts and assemblies.
• Plan and execute mechanical and electrical testing activities in line with project deadlines.
• Analyze test data to create summaries and engineering reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with lab personnel to carry out product evaluations.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques to improve product quality and reliability.
• Support customers by addressing application-specific questions and technical issues.
• Travel to customer sites or conduct phone consultations to troubleshoot design or performance concerns.
• Prepare detailed technical reports for returned or field-failed components.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of mechanical engineering experience in a product or design environment.
• CAD Tools: Solid Edge preferred; SolidWorks experience also considered.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawing standards, particularly ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based setting and independently when required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.